Registered Dental Hygienist - Pediatric Dentistry

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Benefits/Perks
• Competitive Compensation
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• PTO

Job Description

We are seeking a friendly, enthusiastic, and compassionate Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) to join our growing pediatric dental team!

Our busy, fast-paced practice is dedicated to providing exceptional dental care while creating a fun, comfortable, and positive experience for children and their families. We believe in teamwork, building meaningful relationships with our patients, and helping children develop healthy smiles and lifelong oral hygiene habits.

The ideal candidate is dependable, outgoing, and passionate about working with children. If you thrive in an energetic, team-oriented environment and enjoy making a difference in young patients' lives, we'd love to meet you!

Key Responsibilities

Provide thorough preventive dental care, including scaling, polishing, plaque and calculus removal, and fluoride treatments.

Welcome patients and families into the treatment area, creating a friendly, comfortable, and reassuring environment.

Conduct patient assessments, including reviewing medical and dental histories, recording vital signs, and evaluating oral health.

Screen patients for signs of gum disease, tooth decay, infection, and other oral health concerns.

Take high-quality dental radiographs while following established safety protocols.

Educate children and parents on proper brushing, flossing, nutrition, preventive care, and maintaining lifelong oral health.

Discuss recommended treatment plans with patients and parents, answer questions, and reinforce the dentist's recommendations.

• Assist dentists with examinations and clinical procedures as needed and within the scope of practice.
• Prepare, sterilize, and organize dental instruments, equipment, and treatment areas.
• Take dental impressions and perform other clinical duties as permitted by state regulations.
• Maintain accurate and thorough patient records, including clinical findings, treatments, and recommendations.

Collaborate with dentists, assistants, and administrative staff to maintain an efficient schedule and ensure a smooth patient experience.

Help create a fun, engaging, and positive atmosphere that encourages children to feel confident and comfortable during dental visits.

Follow all OSHA, HIPAA, infection control, health and safety regulations, and established office policies.

Qualifications

• Active North Carolina Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) license in good standing.
• Current CPR certification or ability to obtain certification before the start date.
• Strong clinical skills and a commitment to providing high-quality, patient-centered dental care.
• Excellent communication and patient education skills, particularly when interacting with children and parents.
• Friendly, compassionate, patient, and enthusiastic personality.
• Dependable, organized, motivated, and able to work effectively in a busy clinical environment.
• Strong teamwork skills and willingness to support fellow team members.

Pediatric dental experience is preferred but not required. We are happy to train the right candidate!

What We Offer

• A welcoming, supportive, and team-oriented work environment.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in children's lives.
• A positive workplace culture built around teamwork, compassion, and exceptional patient care.
• Opportunities for professional development and continued growth.
• Competitive compensation and benefits (details provided during the hiring process).
• Join Our Team!

If you're passionate about pediatric dentistry, enjoy working with children, and want to be part of a team that values both excellent patient care and a positive workplace culture, we encourage you to apply!

Help us create healthy smiles, happy patients, and positive dental experiences that last a lifetime!